Over the past years, MEDIA CONVENTION Berlin has developed to one of Europe's most important media congresses. German and international experts from the fields of media, science and politics will meet and exchange ideas with decision-makers and stakeholders in the digital economy and tackle questions on media and digital policy, market trends, and the development of the media society. The conference is marked by interdisciplinary, open and discursive talks, inspiring discussions and workshops, paired with a unique mix of participants: startups meet global players, film makers meet gaming geeks, digital activists meet directors, bloggers meet editors, media politicians meet developers.

In 2019, MCB will cooperate with re: publica, one of the largest festivals for the digital society, for the sixth time. The events take place at the same time at STATION Berlin. MCB and re: publica expect around 9,000 guests from more than 71 countries.

As country after country declares a public mental health crisis, the media has a unique responsibility to inform and educate, but also create empathy and understanding around mental health issues. But what’s the right way to do that?